Nadina Knight, Dropped Four Dress Sizes And Became Miss Northampton, England

1. Swap white for brown: 'Ditch white carbohydrates in favour of wholemeal. Think brown bread, brown pasta and brown rice. This is such an easy rule to stick to and I noticed the difference almost immediately - less bloating and more energy.'
2. Don't skip meals: 'Three meals a day and plenty of water will stop you unnecessarily snacking. Try and eat things that will keep you fuelled longer in the mornings such as porridge or muesli with skimmed milk, then try a heavy salad or chicken and vegetables for lunch. This will enable you to eat lighter for dinner and resist the urge to snack.
3. Drinks count too: 'We often forget that what we are drinking is just as important as our food diet. Cut out fizzy drinks, drink plenty of water and herbal teas. Remember, everything in moderation - even fruit juice contains lots of sugar.'
4. Have fun: 'Don't jeopardise your social life, remember you can still pick healthy options when eating out. A favourite of mine is the Arrosto salad at Prezzo, packed full of artichokes, sun dried tomatoes and chicken and do remember alcohol can heavily contribute to weight gain (this was one of my biggest downfalls when I was at my heaviest) and can have a detrimental affect on your skin, liver and overall health.'